1. There once was a student named Messer, who, as he studied, knew lesser and lesser. The more that he studied, the less that he knew. That’s why he became a professor!

2. THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE A Christian Virtue?

4. I Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.

5. I Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

6. II Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.

7. The Popularity of Mediocrity The Rut of the Routine The Acceptability of Average The Expense of Effort

8. The Proof in Service Our attitude toward the task Our attitude toward ourselves Our attitude toward our Master

9. The Price of Quality Diligent Digging Decisive Details Daily Deepening

10. The Prize for Faithfulness The Pleasure of a Job Well Done The Master’s Pleasure